Reviewed by: Kara
The stops at Waimea Canyon offered amazing panoramic views, and the nature walk in Kokee State Park allowed us to enjoy the scenery and learn about native plants.
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2025/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Geoff K
Doug and Josh are very detailed about all aspects which puts all at ease and Doug’s knowledge and way of speaking is engaging and adds to the experience!
True professionals!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Travis
Doug was an absolutely amazing guide! I ended up being the only person who could make it to the tour due to traffic for the others, and Doug made sure to make me feel both comfortable and prepared for the experience. It was my first time doing anything other than some light snorkeling and he did a wonderful job briefing me and making sure I was all set and knew what to do and expect. He was also very friendly and welcoming and by the end we knew a fair amount about each other which almost made it feel like diving with a knowledgeable buddy.
Once we got in the water I was blown away by the amount and variety of fish instantly visible, and the whole tour seemed to have something new and interesting to see every time I turned around. Doug did a great job of pointing things out and getting tons of amazing pictures. Being the only one to make it to the tour that day worked in my favor as we were able to stay out longer and Doug took the opportunity to show me as much as he could.
This was an absolutely amazing experience, and the highlight of an already great trip! I highly recommend it to anyone, whether you're an experienced diver or a complete novice like me!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/10/21 |
Reviewed by: くりさん
Pilot Asa was fluent in Japanese and provided explanations in both English and Japanese, which was very helpful! Japanese was definitely easier to understand, allowing for a deeper comprehension. The piloting was careful, and they made an effort to minimize turbulence. I didn't get motion sickness, but my daughters in the back seat felt a bit nauseous and said they should have taken motion sickness medication. On the day of the flight, the visibility was excellent, and we were able to see places that are usually obscured by clouds, which I think was lucky.
パイロットのアサさんが日本語堪能で、英語に続き日本語でも説明してくれたので、とても良かったです!
やはり日本語の方がわかりやすいので、より理解が深まりました。
操縦も丁寧で、なるべく揺れないよう気を遣って下さいました。
私は酔わなかったのですが、後部座席の娘達は少し酔ってしまったので、酔い止めを飲んでおけば良かったと言っていました。
当日は視界良好で、いつもは雲がかかっていて見えない事が多い所も見えてますよ、教えて下さり、ラッキーだったと思います。
酔いやすい方は予め酔い止めは飲んでおいた方がいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/10/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/09/15 |
Reviewed by: クソじじい
I heard that a Black pilot has also been to Japan and visited some niche tourist spots there. I sincerely apologize if this is perceived as racial discrimination, but I was pleasantly surprised to hear a Black person speaking Japanese honorifics so smoothly. The piloting was also careful, and I felt safe during the flight. If you are visiting Kauai, I highly recommend this tour.
黒人のパイロットさんで日本に来たこともあるそうで、日本でも玄人好みの観光地にいらっしゃったらそうです。
人種差別と捉えられたら誠に申し訳ないのですが、黒人の方が日本の丁寧語をスムーズに話していらっしゃることに良い意味で驚きました。
操縦も丁寧で安心して乗っていることができました。
カウアイ島にいらっしゃる際は、このツアーはおおすすめです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/08/28 |
Reviewed by: Pc
Went with my 12-year-old granddaughter, so they had a young and an old person to deal with. It was an amazing experience. My granddaughter was a fish!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/06/02 |
Reviewed by: No
Better instructions needed for pickup at the Point at Poipu. Pickup is at the entrance to the property. Buses do not enter the property. Current instructions state pickup is out front. Of the main entrance to the building??
Aloha and mahalo nui loa for your kind words!
We're so happy to hear you had a memorable time exploring the beauty of Kaua‘i with Polynesian Adventure. We also appreciate your comments regarding the pickup experience — your feedback is valuable, and we've shared it with our team to help us improve.
We look forward to welcoming you both back for another unforgettable island adventure!
With warm aloha,
The Polynesian Adventure ʻOhana'
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Kara
The whales put on a show, and we left as happy travelers that day! :)
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2025/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/03/01 |
Reviewed by: どんうぉん
Waimea Canyon was clearly visible from the viewpoint.
The tour bus was comfortable, and the guide made the talk enjoyable by using videos and sound effects.
However, if I had to point out one area for improvement, it would be the communication regarding the pickup time on the morning of the tour. It was 30 minutes later than the scheduled time, which made me worried. I also tried to contact them on the landline, but I couldn't get through.
ワイメア渓谷は展望台から全体がよく見えました。
観光用のバスは快適でガイドさんもビデオや効果音を使ったりして トークも楽しかったです。
ただ一つ改善点があるとすれば当日朝のお迎えの時間連絡です。連絡時間よりも30分遅くなったため 心配していました。
こちらも固定電話に連絡しましたが通じなかったです。
It might be a good idea to have a light jacket since the air conditioning is working inside the vehicle.
車内はエアコンが効いている事もあり羽織ものがあった方がよいかもです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Mack
Although the swell was big the couple days before, the snuba tour was great. We saw lots of fish, invertebrates and saw some pretty corals. Glad I bought a case for my phone so I could capture everything we saw. This was our son’s first exposure to snuba and he loved it. Now wants to get scuba certified. Doug and Josh were great guides! Would definitely do it again!
Bring an underwater camera!
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Melissa
The tour was a great way to see the southern part of the island and learn a lot of history about the island. Our guide, Rosario, was great. He was knowledgeable, friendly and answered all our questions. I would definitely recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/21 |
Reviewed by: Grant
If you have never done snuba you are doing to love it! The tour guides were very informative and made you feel comfortable and safe. Would definitely recommend to anyone who is thinking about snorkeling.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Our family was able to go all together, and we all got a window view- couldnt be better
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| Packages: | The Big Kahuna Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/02 |
Reviewed by: David & Christine
This was the first time my family joined me trying SNUBA. Doug was the best instructor and guide ever, very patient with beginners. If you have ever considered trying it, this is the place to try. Being able to see the fish and coral up close is amazing. Thank you Doug and Josh for a highlight of our trip.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/06 |
Reviewed by: Kara
We were not disappointed, thank you whales for splashing around and having fun on the water with us!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Not a fan of helicopter, so a small little plane to explore the island was a great choice!
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| Packages: | The Big Kahuna Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
Reviewed by: California tourists
Kevin picked us up at our hotel on time and spent the day showing us the west and south sides of Kauai. He gave us lessons in pronouncing Hawaiian words, the geology of Kauai, and history of Kauai, while driving from viewpoint to viewpoint. He was sensitive to what we were interested in and what types of food we wanted for lunch. We were impressed that he understood the weather patterns, kept a constant watch on the clouds, and was able to get us to the Waimea Canyon and Na Pali coast viewpoints at times when we could see the views.
We had a most enjoyable day and would highly recommend tour guide Kevin and The Ultimate Kauai Private Island Tour - South and West tour.
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| Packages: | Kauai Private South & West Tour: Waimea Canyon, Koloa Town & Hanapepe Lookout |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/23 |
Reviewed by: John
My wife and I had taken guided tours before mainly in the Carribean. On those tours, we stopped for various activities: touring a ruin, lunch on the beach, and a hike through a rainforest. Our guide, Kevin, did an excellent job trying to show us everything (and finding restrooms). The fault was not in the guide but in the attempted scope of the tour. It was six hours of driving and stopping for photos and then more driving. For instance, there were two waterfalls on the tour: One (twin falls) in the great distance and the other along the roadside (blink and you would miss it). It would be better if we could be taken to the trailhead and allowed to hike close to the falls. Or maybe with some preplanning, we could have swum at one of the beaches we stopped at. Although my wife and I are in our 60s and 70s, we are both very active. It was an introduction to the Island but we were exhausted at the end of the six hours.
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| Packages: | Kauai Private North & East Tour: See Hanalei Bay & Wailua and Opaekaa Falls |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Nothing beats these views! How we wish we could see them always!
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Family of 4
Susan was fabulous. She was so knowledgeable about the island and great with our kids (ages 5 and 7). She told us history of the island and suggestions on things to do during our stay. When our kids were getting tired and a bit cranky, she went out and got them water and popsicles. This tour was the highlight of our trip!
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| Packages: | Kauai Private North & East Tour: See Hanalei Bay & Wailua and Opaekaa Falls |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/15 |
Reviewed by: Alex
We enjoyed the tour overall but wish we had more time and one or two more stops around the Waimea Canyon. The tour takes in a few different spots across Kauai, but the real highlight is the Canyon. So it's a shame to only get a few different opportunities to stop and take photos. The tour picked us up and dropped us off promptly, and our guide Rosario told us a bit about the island and it's history, which we liked. The lunch provided was better than we expected. If we had the chance again, we would drive to the Waimea Canyon itself to explore it independently. If we had to take a tour again, we would consider this one as we felt overall it was good, if not perfect.
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/14 |
Reviewed by: Linda
We had Mark as a pilot and he was awesome! Very personable, informative, and had a great sense of humor. We got to see the whole island except for one canyon due to cloud cover. Would love to do it again!
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| Packages: | The Big Kahuna Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/22 |
Reviewed by: LammyP
We thoroughly enjoyed this sightseeing tour, with driver & guide, Kaleo. He was helpful, informative and hilarious! Stories, quips and jokes all day long. We even learned how to pronounce "humuhumunukunukuapua`a"! We saw some highlights of the beautiful island of Kaua`i including the spouting horn blow hole and we were lucky enough to get a clear view of the waimea canyon, before the clouds rolled in! We had a tasty lunch at chicken in a barrell and sampled delicious coffee at the Kaua`i coffee plantation. The trail at the state park is very short and the order of the stops is different to that listed on the veltra site, but regardless we would 100% recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/12 |
Reviewed by: Christine
This was a great tour and glad I chose the small airplane ride versus helicopter. Our tour guide was very informative and took note that most of us loved the waterfalls so it appeared he concentrated on this piece with extra attention. There was 6 of us in the group which was the entire plane. Two small children. Our 6 year old was extremely excited and loved the tour. She did get a bit warm in the plane towards the end. Glad we booked this tour!!!
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| Packages: | The Big Kahuna Tour |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Sherri
My family had our first try with snuba and loved it !! Our guides showed us turtles and even a small octopus!! We would do this again.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Yuchen
This tour was exactly what we were looking for a full day of sight seeing, lunch and no effort on our part!!
What we experienced:
- Pick Up - we got picked up at 7:30 in the morning by the shuttle and then it went to many other hotels to pick up other passengers. Your time will vary depending on where your hotel is.
- Sights - we got to see all the sights listed on the itinerary including some extras at the beach. We saw the Monk Sealions and Turtles at the beach and that was a bonus treat! The pit stops were the perfect amount of time to hop out to take photos, enjoy the sight and then move on.
- Waimea Canyon - lots of different view points - we got to see it from all around. There was PLENTY of picture ops. This was really a hop on hop off photo tour. So don't expect any hikes or long walks. What I loved is I never had to worry about the parking situation, paying park fees, or the driving obviously. It's perfect for anyone without a car or for cruise go-ers. Even though we had a car rental, I didn't regret not having to do this drive myself. I got to nap on the way back because even though I didn't hike, it still was a long day.
- Lunch - The food exceeded my expectations after reading the reviews (I'm sure the bad experiences were during Covid times). We had huge chicken portions and it was seasoned well and cooked well. The plantation that we ate at was beautiful and relaxing so we enjoyed the lunch break a lot.
- Coffee plantation tour - nice pit stop that we wouldn't have made on our own but enjoyed the op to tag along on this tour.
Our tour guide (so sorry for not remembering his name-Italian man from NJ originally) was great. He gave good history, good info all while he was driving. He had so much knowledge and good recommendations and really funny!!
The tour was exactly what we wanted to explore a large chunk of the island - no stress and no worry on our part.
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Jim
We weren't the most graceful surfers but sure had fun trying.
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| Packages: | Group Lesson |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/09/27 |
Reviewed by: Jim
We didn't know how hard it would be to learn to surf. But our guide was patient and helpful. We had a blast and we all did catch a wave.
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| Packages: | Group Lesson |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/12/20 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Wow! Breathtaking views, and its awesome to get guided, you learn so much of the history.
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Emma
Rosario(I might get his name wrong) was very friendly and informative. The bus was very nice and spacious. Perfect for my tall giant! Thank you for an awesome experience.
Mahalo for joining us Emma! We hope you enjoyed your vacation in Hawaii! Me ke aloha pumehana!
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| Packages: | Kauai Waimea Canyon & Kokee Trail Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/12/19 |
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